
Professional Doctorate in Education EdD
London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
A unique opportunity This programme is aimed at researchers and experienced education practitioners wishing to gain a practice-focused higher degree and make an original contribution to theory and practice in a field associated with social justice and inclusive education. The EdD engages with inclusive education in its broadest sense across the whole age range including throughout adulthood and is relevant across all educational settings. Students come from a range of settings as well as school, college and university, such as the charity sector, prison education, the arts and social care.
Participants with an interest in equality, diversity, inclusion and social justice will gain much from working with a diverse group of peers and tutors from varied backgrounds. The close association between the University Research Centres and LSBU Doctoral College provide opportunities to work with like-minded research-active peers within a lively and supportive learning community. Why a Professional Doctorate in Education at LSBU? cubes As a research student you will become part of our broader thriving academic community which has national and international links beyond LSBU. bolt Staff are research active and focused on impact and inclusivity in education. heartbeat LSBU Doctoral College at LSBU offers a package of skills development opportunities within a lively and supportive environment.
Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method Part-time 2 years taught + 3 years research September 6155 Direct to LSBU Part-time 2 years taught + 3 years research January 6157 Direct to LSBU Watch our video to see how you can make yourself at home studying at LSBU. Location Southwark Campus London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA. If you are visiting our Southwark Campus, you may wish to use our downloadable campus map (PNG File 466 KB).
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Key highlights
- Practice-focused doctorate making an original contribution to theory and practice
- Focus on social justice and inclusive education across all ages
- Relevant to schools, colleges, universities, charities, prisons, arts and social care
- Links with University Research Centres and the Doctoral College
- Skills development programme offered through the Doctoral College
- Taught by research-active staff focused on impact and inclusivity
Entry requirements
- Additional condition: interview — All successful candidates will be interviewed.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
LSBU Loyalty Award
20% discount on the tuition fee.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Senior leader in education
- Education researcher
- University lecturer
- Inclusion and equality lead
- Education policy adviser
- Further education manager
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to London South Bank University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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